Nashik
Introduction And History :Situated at 185 kilometres from Mumbai, Nashik is also known as ‘Grape city’ or ‘Wine capital of India’, is located on the banks of river Godavari in the western Ghats region. The city echoes with history and religious fervour. Nashik has been a centre of religion since the 1st century BC, when Buddhist monks lived there. Indian mythological saga Ramanayan says, Lord Rama and his wife Sita resided here for sometime during his 14 years of exile from the kingdom of Ayodhya. The Mughals named Nashik as Gulshanabad after they were over awed by the natural and scenic beauty of this place.
What To See :There are holly places like Ramkunda, Muktidham temple, Pandavleni caves and Trambakeshwar that can make a visitor known to great Ramayana and Mahabharata. Additionally, there are many other places like Sita Guha, Kapaleshwar mandir, Thapovana. Ganapur waterfalls is near to Nashik to have some fun. The ideal time to visit Nashik is from October to March.
Things to do: Nashik is one of the four destinations that hold Kumbh Mela every four years. The trip can be real religious if the travel is planned during this time For treckkers Trambakeshwar offers a great experience by climbing down the mountain to know the origins of river Godavari. Pandavlene caves are known for their imaginative water storage. It has total 24 caves.
Accomodations : Nashik is called the tourist delight as one can have food and accommodation at the price that suits to every pocket. The place has some luxurious accommodations that can arrange an awesome trip of an entire area.
Mode Of Transport : Nashik has an airport, railway station and also a major road link in the state of Maharashtra. The common mode of transport within the city is Auto rickshaw.
Related links:
• Official Website: http://www.nashik.com
• Additional information: http://www.nashik.net.in
See also (Nearby places):): Holy city Shirdi, Dudhasgar waterfalls, Saptashringi Devi Temple, Nandurmadhmeshwar, Bhandardara, Jawhar hill station, Radha falls, Arthur lake, Ratangadh Fort, Amritheshwar Temple, Bhandardara Dam, Jai Vilas and Nandur Madhameshwar Bird Sanctuary.
